When the young artist returned to his village, the Durer family held a festive dinner to celebrate Albrecht’s triumphant homecoming. After a long and memorable meal, Albrecht rose at the head of the table to drink a toast to his beloved brother for the years of sacrifice that had allowed Albrecht to fulfill his ambition. His closing words were, “And now, Albert, blessed brother of mine, it is your turn. Now you can go to Nuremberg to pursue your dream, and I will take care of you.”